Nursery Manager

Job Description

Nursery Manager Leading Early Years Setting per annum 40 hours per week

Our client is looking for a warm knowledgeable and inspiring Nursery Manager to lead one of their well-established Nursery settings. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early years professional to champion high-quality practice drive positive outcomes and create a nurturing inclusive environment for children aged 05.

This role focuses entirely on the day-to-day running of the nursery with no budgeting purchase orders or financial administration required. The successful applicant will concentrate solely on what matters most: leading their team supporting families and ensuring outstanding care and education.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum Level 3 Early Years qualification (Level 5 or above desirable).
• At least two years experience in a senior nursery role Nursery Manager Deputy Nursery Manager.
• Strong up-to-date knowledge of EYFS 2025 safeguarding SEND and inclusive practice.
• Paediatric First Aid and DSL training (or willingness to update).
• Confident user of Famly or similar nursery management software.
• Excellent leadership communication and organisational skills.
• A genuine passion for early years education and helping children thrive.

Why Join the Service

• Competitive salary dependent on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunity to lead a respected well-resourced nursery where childrens well-being is the heart of practice.
• Supportive senior leadership and dedicated Nursery Services Manager.
• Clear focus on quality inclusion and professional development.
• A warm collaborative team culture with strong values and a child-centred approach.
• No financial administration responsibilities allowing full focus on leadership pedagogy and quality of care.
• Access to ongoing training and opportunities for career progression.

Key Responsibilities

• Create a safe nurturing stimulating environment for children 05
• Deliver high-quality play-based learning aligned with EYFS 2025
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead
• Support childrens emotional well-being with trauma-informed practice
• Work with the SENCO to ensure inclusive SEND support
• Support EAL learners and promote cultural diversity
• Build strong partnerships with parents and professionals
• Oversee planning observations assessments and Progress Check at 2
• Use Famly for learning journals communication and assessments
• Lead and support staff through supervision training and ratios
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted H&S COSHH and statutory requirements
• Maintain accurate records and support parent engagement and events

Reference: WILL187864/JC

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